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One recent study estimated that unpatched Java installations were responsible for 60 percent of successful Blackhole exploits. Researchers detected the toolkit targeting a Java zero-day vulnerability in January, but automated attack toolkits typically target older flaws. Blackhole is constantly changing, but security researchers say it is responsible for targeting at least three or more Java vulnerabilities.

The kit has been seen exploiting five or more Adobe .PDF exploits and serves up exploit Adobe Flash files. Thirty percent of the malware samples analyzed by managed security services provider Solutionary were traced back to Blackhole. Solutionary said exploit kits like Blackhole are successful because users constantly fail to patch their systems and browser components.

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XChange Solution Provider 2015 is finally upon us and the timing couldn't be better. The premier channel event is happening March 1-3 in Dallas, bringing together 225 solution provider decision makers from across North America. CRN is at the event to provide news, analysis and a firsthand take from partners.